EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, SENIOR (STREET)

Essential Job Functions: Operates light and heavy equipment and trucks to excavate and compact earth, load / unload materials, move / haul materials, maintain City properties, cut down trees, install pipe, construct roads, and perform other general or specialized functions of various City departments. Operates dump trucks and other trucks, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, trenchers, etc. Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles. Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required. Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment. Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Assists co-workers with various duties as required. Maintains accurate and complete work records as required. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements to Perform Work: High school diploma or GED; Two (2) years of relevant prior experience; Valid South Carolina Class A Driver's License with no "L' or "O" restrictions; May have Trench and Shoring Certification; May have Asbestos Certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring; Ability to compare or inspect items against a standard; Ability to speak or signal to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature; Ability to lead, operate machinery or equipment that requires training and experience, such as light or heavy construction / specialized equipment; Ability to read simple sentences, instructions or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing simple job forms; speaking simple sentences using basic grammar; Ability to perform semi-routine work following procedures; Ability to make decisions, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers; works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine.

Benefits: The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.